Steninge Palace
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Steninge Palace (also known as Steninge Manor) is a Baroque palace by Lake Mälaren near Märsta outside of Stockholm, Sweden.
Built 1694-1698 to the design of architect Nicodemus Tessin the Younger, the palace is directly inspired by Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte in France, and has a reputation in Sweden as one of the most elegant examples of Baroque mansions.
The estate has a history dating back to the 13th century and has seen many owners, but two families have strongly influenced the premises: those of Carl Gyllenstierna (1649-1735) and Axel von Fersen (1736-1839).
Today the palace is privately owned by a company which keeps it accessible for visitors: Steninge Palace Cultural Centre.
[edit] References
- "Steninge Palace - Official site" (in English). http://www.steningeslott.com/wsp/steningeslott3/frontend.cgi?func=frontend.show&template=index. Retrieved 2008-02-05.
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Coordinates: 59°36′07″N 17°48′16″E / 59.60194°N 17.80444°E
